Route Options
With over 50 kilometres of ski trails groomed for both classic and skate technique, and 8 different event options from ranging from 2km to 55km, as well as an overnight event, there is truly something for everyone!
Event List
START TIME: 11 a.m. Saturday, March 7
START LOCATION: Nut Point Campground
Even the youngest skiers can take part in the fun and excitement of the Saskaloppet! Hot dogs, snacks, drinks and fire pit will be at Peanut Grove located near the finish line at the yellow gates. All participants will get a certificate and a medal. No times are recorded for the 2km distance.
* Important Note* Only the 2km event starts and finishes at the Nut Point Campground, with an 11am start time (the start time for the other distances is 10am). Vehicle parking is available in a parking lot near the start/finish line. Please remember to pick up your bib at The Legion beforehand!
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START TIME: 10 a.m. Saturday, March 7
START LOCATION: La Ronge Legion Hall
Skiers wanting to see just a bit more of Lac La Ronge can tackle the 5 km. Start at the Legion to Nut Point, ski a further 2km at Nut Point, and finish at the Nut Point gate. Remember to pick up your bib at The Legion before the event begins!
*Please note this route does not start and end at the same point - please make sure to arrange a pick-up shuttle!
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START TIME: 10 a.m. Saturday, March 7
START LOCATION: La Ronge Legion Hall
Newly added in 2023! Skiers in the 7 km will follow the same route as the 5km, but add an extra 2km to return back on Lac La Ronge to the Legion finish line.
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START TIME: 10 a.m. Saturday, March 7
START LOCATION: La Ronge Legion Hall
Novice skiers or those looking for a shorter day will enjoy this tour through the boreal forest and back. The 12-km starts from the lake ice in front of the La Ronge Legion Hall. Skiers travel north on the Saskaloppet Trail as far as Checkpoint #1. There, after snacks and drinks, they turn to retrace their route back to the La Ronge finish line.
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START TIME: 10 a.m. Saturday, March 7
START LOCATION: La Ronge Legion Hall
The 20 km route starts from the lake ice in front of the La Ronge Legion Hall. Skiers travel north past Checkpoint #1 to reach Checkpoint #2. They then turn to retrace their route back to the La Ronge finish line.
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START TIME: 10 a.m., Saturday, March 7
START LOCATION: La Ronge Legion Hall
Test yourself on the moderately challenging section of the Saskaloppet Trails, with ravens as your guide from the start line on the lake ice in front of the La Ronge Legion Hall. Skiers travel north on the Saskaloppet Trail past Checkpoints #1 and #2 to reach Checkpoint #3. Here, they turn right to travel back to La Ronge via the Hornet Bay loop of the Saskaloppet Trail.
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START TIME: 8:30 a.m. Saturday, March 7
START LOCATION: La Ronge Legion Hall
The Enduro is the Saskaloppet's main event for determined skiers and those looking for a challenge. Ski 24km north to reach the Don Allen Trails where you will do an 8km loop and reach "the Summit". After enjoying the Summit's grand view of Lac La Ronge, you will start back on your journey home.
Cash prizes are offered to the top 55-km skiers in both male and female categories ($300 for 1st, $200 for 2nd and $100 for 3rd).
START TIME: 12 p.m. Friday, March 6
START LOCATION: La Ronge Legion Hall
The Cree word kupesewin means "stop-over". The Kupesewin events are 2 day events that allow endurance skiers to recreate the experiences of early winter travelers with an overnight, wilderness camp-out.
Click here for full Kupesewin rules and logistics.
Click here for a map of the 50km Kupesewin route.
START TIME: 12 p.m. Friday, March 6
START LOCATION: La Ronge Legion Hall
The Cree word kupesewin means "stop-over". The Kupesewin events are 2 day events that allow endurance skiers to recreate the experiences of early winter travelers with an overnight, wilderness camp-out.
Click here for full Kupesewin rules and logistics.
Click here for a map of the 75km Kupesewin route.
